Question

What makes defense mechanisms unique is the fact that they function only at the conscious level and have no unconscious basis. a) True b) False

Answer 1

Defense mechanisms are actually unconscious protective behaviors that work to reduce anxiety.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement is False. Defense mechanisms are actually unconscious protective behaviors that work to reduce anxiety. They function at the unconscious level and are not consciously controlled or chosen by an individual. Freud believed that defense mechanisms operate in various ways that distort reality and can lead to psychological problems.